Research Technologist - Neuroscience & Experimental Therapeutics

Penn State University • University Park, PA

133d • $34,800 - $55,500

About The Position

A full-time Research Technologist is available in the laboratory of Dr. Anirban Paul in the Neural and Behavioral Sciences Department at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey PA. The lab works on understanding brain function at the level of cell types in the context of development and aging. This position involves daily maintaining mice colonies, genotyping, and mice brain processing, immunostaining, and imaging after proper training. For qualified candidates, there may also be opportunities for independent research. In addition, taking responsibility in timely handling animal health-related issues, meeting with the lab members and the investigator routinely to assist with keeping mice records in accordance with IACUC policy. The candidate will be responsible for the maintenance of lab equipment, ensuring laboratory safety and biosafety standards are maintained, ordering laboratory supplies, and updating lab inventories. Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel) is essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Eager to learn new techniques
• Demonstrate responsibility and be self-motivated
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Additional education and/or experience for higher level positions
• Experience in research related to brain function

Responsibilities

• Maintain mice colonies
• Genotyping and mice brain processing
• Immunostaining and imaging after proper training
• Handle animal health-related issues in a timely manner
• Meet with lab members and the investigator to assist with keeping mice records in accordance with IACUC policy
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure laboratory safety and biosafety standards are maintained
• Order laboratory supplies and update lab inventories

Benefits

• Salary range: $34,800.00 - $55,500.00
• Possibility of refunding for the limited-term position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree